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Post by B_31 on Jun 25, 2012 23:18:04 GMT
What can i give to my good do-er horse, who is prone to colic, cannot have any form of sugar at all... but needs a bit of oomph in her ridden exercise.... I was suggested alpha-a (but isnt that full of sugar?!...) thanks  |
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Post by nici on Jun 25, 2012 23:30:12 GMT
Alfa-a is fibre & protein, not full of sugar at all. If you feed alfa-oil your horse will also get additional slow release energy from the oil, and there is no added molasses as there is in some other chops.
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Post by B_31 on Jun 25, 2012 23:52:57 GMT
ahh thanks nici - i thought it was full of sugar?! Im thick when it comes to feeds.... she gets redigrass and thats it! she needs a little more energy though and spring in her step. I figured it was her being lazy when ridden but her transitions are lovely but shes just lacking the spark now |
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Post by Kaseyleigh on Jun 26, 2012 8:43:13 GMT
Try instant response from the spillers range I had my Connie on it and he kept a steady wait but just put a spark into his riding.
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Post by mcmahon101269 on Jun 26, 2012 13:33:17 GMT
NAF energy can get syringes for quick hit or a liquid supplement I used to give to very lazy Exmoor
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Post by sageandonion on Jun 26, 2012 15:35:43 GMT
Baileys Performance Balancer is good but please check the sugar issue as not sure about that.
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Post by B_31 on Jun 26, 2012 21:56:01 GMT
thanks all some suggestions to look into i saw/read about soya oil?? anyone know about this? said gives more energy/good coat etc.. |
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Post by GinaGeo on Jun 26, 2012 22:04:53 GMT
If you're looking at Oils, I'd prefer to feed Micronized Linseed to Soya Oil - it has a better balance of Omega Oils. It is high in energy and it does have many benefits for skin, joints etc, but I'm unsure how much you'd need to feed to get the energy without the calories (Or if it's even possible). It is very low in Starch and doesn't contain Sugar though, so is safe.
I feed mine about 35g a day each, but that's for the protein as they're on limited grazing as opposed to for energy or calorie gain. I do see the benefits though, and I do think I've seen a bit more sensible energy since I introuced it. They're nicely muscled but not fat and are nice shiny. This is obviously coupled with good work and a sensible whole diet.
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Post by nici on Jun 26, 2012 22:26:31 GMT
Calories are simply a measurement of energy! Work (and just existing) uses energy (burns calories); any not burned turn into "condition". Oils provide slow release energy as the body takes time to break the oils down into usable energy, so are good for work over a longer period. Feeds that give "instant" energy tend to be sugar / starch based, as the body can break those down much more quickly so you get a sugar rush fizz, rather than sustained energy.
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Post by GinaGeo on Jun 27, 2012 7:25:38 GMT
Duh! I know that! It was a long day yesterday. Apologies - Nici is quite right.
I think what I meant to say is you'd have to have a careful balance of how much you fed, so you weren't putting more in then he was using so the extra calories wouldn't be laid down as fat, especially with yours being a good doer.
Thank- You Nici!
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Post by Cockers Cats and Cuddly Ponies on Jun 27, 2012 7:38:19 GMT
Get in contact with equiform nutrition. They will offer you professional advise. 100% recommend. Their products work fantastic.
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Post by whp94 on Jun 27, 2012 13:32:06 GMT
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Post by whp94 on Jun 27, 2012 13:33:30 GMT
Ah just read about the performance cubes - 'The formula is low in starch and sugar and high in fibre.'
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Post by lampshade on Jun 27, 2012 14:36:50 GMT
I find that during the summer months when the horses have more grass they can become a little lethargic. Red cell supplement seems to works for me. Or perhaps you could cut down the number of hours on grass.
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